cooling SKODA FABIA 2014 3.G / NJ Operating Instruction Manual

Downloaded from www.Manualslib.com manuals search engine ■Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant.■
Never cover the radiator - there is a risk of the engine overheating.
Checking the coolant level
Fig. 160
Coolant expansion reservoir
Read and observe and on page 154 first.
The coolant expansion bottle is located in the engine compartment.
Coolant expansion reservoir » Fig. 160
Mark for the maximum permissible coolant level
Mark for the lowest permissible coolant level
The coolant level should be kept between the marks
A
and
B.
The coolant can be checked and topped up, if the following conditions are sat-
isfied.
The vehicle is standing on a horizontal surface.
The engine is turned off.
The engine is not heated.
The bonnet is open.
Check the status
›
Check the level of coolant at the coolant expansion vessel » Fig. 160.
If the engine is warm, the test result may be inaccurate. The stand can also be
above the mark
A
» Fig. 160 .
In case of low coolant level, the control symbol is displayed in the instrument
cluster  as well as the relevant notification
» page 36,
 Coolant
in the in-
strument cluster. We still recommend inspecting the coolant level directly at
the reservoir from time to time.
ABLoss of coolant
A loss of coolant is first and foremost an indication of a leak in the cooling sys-
tem. Do not merely top up the coolant. Have the cooling system checked by a
specialist garage.
Replenishing
Read and observe
and on page 154 first.
The coolant expansion tank should always contain a small amount of coolant» page 154, in section Introduction .
›
Place a cloth over the cap of the coolant expansion tank and carefully un-
screw the cap.
›
Replenish the coolant.
›
Turn the cap until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
■ Only top up with new coolant.■Do not use an alternative additive if the specified coolant is not available. In
this case, use just water and have the correct mixing ratio of water and cool-
ant additive restored by a specialist garage as soon as possible.
Brake fluid
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Level check
156
Specification
156
The brake fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment » Fig. 161 on
page 156 .
WARNING■
The engine compartment of your car is a hazardous area. While working in
the engine compartment, be sure to observe the following warnings
» page 149 .■
Do not use used brake fluid - the function of the brake system may be im-
paired – there is the risk of an accident. 
155Inspecting and replenishing

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Climatronic Operating elements
97
Recirculated air mode96
Clothes hook81
Cockpit 12-volt power outlet
78
Ashtray77
Cigarette lighter77
General view26
Lighting64
Storage compartments74
useful equipment74
COMING HOME63
compartments74
Component protection138
Components of the puncture repair kit172
Computer see multifunction display
40
Convenience turn signal61
Coolant154
Checking155
Replenishing155
Temperature gauge29
Warning light36
Warning messages36
Cooling system Malfunctions
99
CORNER See Fog lights with CORNER function
62
Correct routing of seat belt
12
Correct seated position8
Front passenger10
Rear seats10
Correct seat position Driver
9
Counter for distance driven30
cruise control operation119
operation description119
Cup holders76
D
DAY LIGHT see Daylight running lights
60
Daylight running lights60
Dazzle see sun screen of the panoramic roof
66
De-icing windows
142
De-icing rear window65
Deactivating airbags18
Decorative foils142
Delayed locking of the boot lid see boot lid
56
Departure angle195
Diesel refer to Fuel
149
Diesel fuel Operation in winter
149
Diesel particulate filter37
information messages37
Digital Clock Time
31
Dipstick153
Display29
Compass points45
Coolant temperature29
Fuel supply30
Gear changes39
Service interval46
Disposal Acceptance and recycling of used vehicles
139
Distance driven30
Distance warning Warning light
38
DoorChild safety lock53
Closing50
Emergency locking179
Emergency locking the driver's door178
Opening50
Door warning39
Drive Driving through water
113
DriveGreen112
driving emissions
193
fuel consumption193
Driving Maximum speed
196
through water113
driving data operation
40
E
Economical driving Tips
111
EDL115
Electrical power windows Button in the rear doors
58
Electric power windows Operational faults
59
Electric Windows57
Button in driver's door57
Electronic differential lock (EDL, XDS)115
Electronic immobilizer100
Emergency Changing a wheel
168
Hazard warning light system63
Jump-starting174
Locking the door without a locking cylinder179
Locking the driver's door178
Selector lever-unlocking179
Switch off the engine by pressing a button103
Towing the vehicle175
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